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Wisdom Dialogues

9 talks
Great Queries of Our TimeDialogue

Great Queries of Our Time

GREAT Queries of Our TimeAn Exchange between Khenpo Sodargye and Dr. Axel Schneider Veer

Buddhism and science share the same goalDialogue

Buddhism and science share the same goal

Buddhism and science share the same goalAn Exchange between Khenpo Sodargye and Prof. zhu Qingshi When the President of a top Science University says "Buddhism is not religion, but advanced science," the world listens. In this groundbreaking dialogue, Physicist Zhu Qingshi and Tibetan Scholar Khenpo Sodargye dismantle the wall between Science and Spirituality. From Quantum Mechanics proving "Emptiness" to the physics of Reincarnation, this conversation reveals why modern science is finally validating what the Buddha taught 2,500 years ago. 2500 Exciting content The Most Famous Quote: "Buddhism Waiting at the Peak of Science" Matter is An Illusion: From Bricks to Waves (String Theory) Meditation vs Experiment: Two Paths to the Same Truth Why Einstein Loved Buddhism (But Missed the Best Part) Investigating Consciousness: A Scientist's Journey into Tibet "Tummo" Fire: Monks Drying Wet Sheets in Freezing Cold Schrödinger's Cat: How Quantum Mechanics Needs "The Mind" The Physics of Reincarnation: The "Data Cloud" of the Universe U Marx Re-evaluated: Was "Religion is Opium" a Mistranslation? Buddhism is not Personality Cult Traditional Chinese Medicine: Seeing Meridians in Meditation The Mystery of "Zuota": Ancient Mercury Medicine That Heals Tibetan Astronomy: Calculating Eclipses Without Computers Conclusion: Don't Reject What You Don't Understand Yet

An Alternative Definition of SuccessDialogue

An Alternative Definition of Success

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd741QCMcO80P1bgXH63pfys6GAOXPoeH Both parties discussed the integration of Buddhist teachings with business management, the true definition of success (encompassing balance between material and spiritual aspects), the value of meditation, the importance of charitable giving, the cultivation of gratitude, and how Buddhists should establish regular group practice systems to unite followers and nurture the next generation.

Discussions on Tibetan Vajrayana in New York CityDialogue

Discussions on Tibetan Vajrayana in New York City

Discussions on Tibetan VajrayanaAn Exchange between Khenpo Sodargye and Professor Gray Tuttle In a rare dialogue at Columbia University, Khenpo Sodargye meets Professor Gray Tuttle to decode the global fascination with Tibetan Buddhism—from the "meat-eating" paradox to the spiritual void in modern cities. They explore why ancient Himalayan wisdom is becoming the ultimate "Happiness Code" for stressed-out New Yorkers and intellectuals worldwide. Both parties discussed the reasons for the prosperity of Tibetan Buddhism in Han Chinese areas, the development history of Larung Gar Five Sciences Buddhist Academy, the phenomenon of "Tibet drifters" (Han Chinese studying in Tibet), the integration of vegetarian traditions, the role of lay practitioners in dharma transmission, and Western academia's research status on Tibetan culture. Both affirmed the value of Buddhism as a science of mind.

Majushri’s Sword of WisdomDialogue

Majushri’s Sword of Wisdom

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd741QCMcO80P1bgXH63pfys6GAOXPoeH An Dialogues between Khenpo Sodargye and Professor william Douglas

Boundless MindDialogue

Boundless Mind

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd741QCMcO80P1bgXH63pfys6GAOXPoeH The discussion explored the nature of consciousness, the relationship between mind and brain, the limitations of scientific research on consciousness, and Buddhist understanding of consciousness. Both sides acknowledged the necessity of combining science with religion and art, and affirmed the value of meditation in consciousness research.

For PeaceDialogue

For Peace

For Peace L1An Exchange between Khenpo Sodargye and Bishop Grasaas 1 What happens when a Tibetan Buddhist scholar meets a Norwegian Bishop? They discover that beneath the different rituals, the "prescription" for modern anxiety—reliance, confession, and boundless love—is shockingly identical.

Insights of a PractitionerDialogue

Insights of a Practitioner

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd741QCMcO80P1bgXH63pfys6GAOXPoeH The dialogue explored the distinctive characteristics of Tibetan Buddhism, its dual nature as both religion and philosophy, its adaptation to modernization, the balance between material and spiritual aspects, gender equality, and its relationship with science. Both parties emphasized the importance of valuing tradition while embracing innovation, called for the protection of cultural diversity, and expressed anticipation for deeper cooperation and exchange in the future.

Practicing Dharma in the Turbulent WorldDialogue

Practicing Dharma in the Turbulent World

Regard All Sentient Beings as Parents